Kuwait Airways keeps dogs out of the cabin, so every pet flies below deck. That single fact reshapes your whole prep list. The science here is simpler than it sounds: a crate-trained dog, correct paperwork, and a health certificate timed to the flight window carry you through. Get the cargo and hold rules straight early, because fixing them at the airport counter is not an option.
Kuwait Airways's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How Kuwait Airways handles your pet Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedPlease note that pets are not allowed to be carried in the passenger cabin on Kuwait Airways. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAnimals such as dogs, cats, household birds and other pets, when properly crated and accompanied by valid health and vaccination certificates, entry permits, and other documents required by countries of entry or transit… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ Yesditions of Carriage, published by us (as amended) and in effect on the date the booking is made which govern the carriage of passengers Baggage and/or cargo and shall include applicable Tariffs in force; these are… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Rabies vaccine · Required ✓ YesPets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg …USA 26 30 28 28 38 34 - The above over-weight charges shall be applied as outlined below: Weight Changes 24-32 kg 1x the overweight charges 33-41 kg 2x the overweight charges 42-50 kg 3x the overweight charges 51-72 kg… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be Leak proof required, Stand turn required, water bowl, Secure door required, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier The Pet Container must be constructed of nontoxic material and the floor of the Container should be solid and leak-proof and without any wheels. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedCDC-Rabies-Vaccination-and-Microchip-Form Dogs must be at least six months old. Must be accompanied with an airwaybill (AWB)regardless of whether dogs were transported as cargo, checked baggage, or hand carried baggage… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YeslueFi Optional Services & Fees Inflight Entertainment Animals On Board Cargo Baggage Information Free Baggage Free Carry-on Baggage Excess Baggage Rates Prepaid Excess verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Heat embargo 3.1°C documentation required, satisfying the relevant authorities for the journey you are undertaking. 3.1.2. A ticket is not transferable. 3.1.3. Some tickets are sold at discounted fares which may be partially or… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Connecting flights allowed ✓ YesPlease be advised that effective 1st September 2023, no live animals will be allowed on FLIGHTS with transit in Kuwait through Kuwait International airport either as Cargo or baggage due to non-availability of… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 24 kg …Far East USA Kuwait - 10 12 16 18 22 26 GCC except Dubai 10 12 16 20 22 26 30 Middle East 12 16 18 20 22 24 28 Indian Sub-Contient 16 20 20 - 22 26 28 Europe 18 22 22 22 - 26 38 Far East 22 26 24 26 26 - 34 USA 26 30… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Separate food and water troughs with food and water must be provided either fixed inside the Container or attached to it so that the animals are able to access them during the journey verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesRates are detailed below* Pets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit verified 2026-07-20 Microchip · Required ✓ YesElectronic chip number: the pet must be identified by electronic chip or any other method of identification Live Animal Transportation to/from the USA For more information, please refer to the following: Effective… verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Type quarantine station Dogs that have been in high-risk countries in the past six months and were vaccinated in a foreign country can only arrive at a US airport with a CDC quarantine station and a CDC registered ACF. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ YesIf they cannot do so, the dog must remain in quarantine for 28 days after revaccination. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Duration 28 days If they cannot do so, the dog must remain in quarantine for 28 days after revaccination. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ YesThe importer must obtain a rabies serologic test from a CDC approved laboratory for their foreign vaccinated dog demonstrating adequate titer levels. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit required ✓ YesPets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesPets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✓ Yeser must present a receipt that they completed the form to the airline before boarding. CDC’s required forms need to be endorsed by official government veterinarians in the exporting country. Additional entry… verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesThe importer must have a reservation at the CDC registered ACF and have their dog undergo a veterinary exam and revaccination with a USDA licensed rabies vaccine at a CDC registered ACF. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ YesThe importer must have a reservation at the CDC registered ACF and have their dog undergo a veterinary exam and revaccination with a USDA licensed rabies vaccine at a CDC registered ACF. verified 2026-07-20 Service & assistance animals In-cabin · Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedTransport of a service or psychiatric service animal in the cabin is free of charge on flights to/from USA KU117/118. verified 2026-07-20 In-cabin · Fee waived ✓ YesTransport of a service or psychiatric service animal in the cabin is free of charge on flights to/from USA KU117/118. verified 2026-07-20 Esa note Emotional Support Animals Emotional support animals are no longer considered 2. Emotional Support Animals Emotional support animals are no longer considered as service animals and will be treated as carriage of pets in the cargo compart verified 2026-07-20 Fee waived ✓ YesTransport of a service or psychiatric service animal in the cabin is free of charge on flights to/from USA KU117/118. 1. verified 2026-07-20 Recognized ✓ YesCharging for Damage The final rule allows airlines to charge passengers traveling with service animals for any damage to the aircraft caused by the passenger’s service animal, so long as the airline charges passengers… verified 2026-07-30 Cabin allowed ✓ Yesasis ID:* Password :* Login Become a member Join Oasis Club Forgot Member ID? Forgot Password? Animals on Board Policy How to Carry Pets in Cabin Regulation Pet in hold Region Definitions Kuwait Airways Policy for… verified 2026-07-20 Esa recognized ✗ NoEmotional support animals are no longer considered as service animals and will be treated as carriage of pets in the cargo compartment (AVIH) and subject to pet in hold (AVIH) charges. verified 2026-07-20 Forms required ✓ YesRules opens an external link in a new tab Visa & Travel Visa Information EC Regulation Prerequisite Forms Summer or Winter Travel About Kuwait Airways Awards and Recognitions Our Fleet Our Partners Safety Reporting… verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per passenger 2 The number of service animals traveling with a single passenger with a disability is limited two service animals. verified 2026-07-20 Breed restrictions regardless of breed Definition of Service Animal A service animal is as a dog, regardless of breed or type, that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual… verified 2026-07-20 Advance notice hours 48 hours Department of Transportation Service Animal Relief Attestation up to 48 hours in advance of the date of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking notice 48 hours …Form and, if applicable, a U.S. Department of Transportation Service Animal Relief Attestation up to 48 hours in advance of the date of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Documentation required ✓ YesCheck-In Requirements Passenger with a disability seeking to travel with a service animal shall submit the 2 completed and signed service animal form(s) at the passenger’s departure gate on the date of travel. verified 2026-07-20 In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedPlease note that pets are not allowed to be carried in the passenger cabin on Kuwait Airways. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAnimals such as dogs, cats, household birds and other pets, when properly crated and accompanied by valid health and vaccination certificates, entry permits, and other documents required by countries of entry or transit… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesIt is mandatory to inform the airline Reservation Office in advance verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Rabies vaccine · Required ✓ YesPets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg …USA 26 30 28 28 38 34 - The above over-weight charges shall be applied as outlined below: Weight Changes 24-32 kg 1x the overweight charges 33-41 kg 2x the overweight charges 42-50 kg 3x the overweight charges 51-72 kg… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be Leak proof required, Stand turn required, water bowl, Secure door required, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier The Pet Container must be constructed of nontoxic material and the floor of the Container should be solid and leak-proof and without any wheels. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedMust be accompanied with an airwaybill (AWB)regardless of whether dogs were transported as cargo, checked baggage, or hand carried baggage on all flights. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ Yesditions of Carriage, published by us (as amended) and in effect on the date the booking is made which govern the carriage of passengers Baggage and/or cargo and shall include applicable Tariffs in force; these are… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Separate food and water troughs with food and water must be provided either fixed inside the Container or attached to it so that the animals are able to access them during the journey verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesRates are detailed below* Pets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ Yeshave been in high-risk countries in the past six months and were vaccinated in a foreign country can only arrive at a US airport with a CDC quarantine station and a CDC registered ACF. The importer must have a… verified 2026-07-20 Import permit required ✓ YesPets should be accompanied by a valid Health Certificate and Vaccination Certificates, Entry Permits, and other documents required by country of entry or transit. verified 2026-07-20
Frequently asked
How much does it cost to fly a pet on Kuwait Airways? On flights within Metropolitan France, Kuwait Airways charges from 25 in the hold, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary. What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity? If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays. What happens if I forget a document? At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.
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Glossary
ISO chip ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard. FAVN Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations. Brachycephalic Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk. AVIH Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
